Breed: Lithuanian Hound
Date of birth: 08/06/24
Gender: Male
Neck circumference: 42cm
Chest circumference: 61cm
Base of neck to base of tail: 61cm
Height to shoulder: 70cm
Weight: 24kg

Gruto captures attention with his sleek black and tan coat and athletic, balanced frame. At one year old he carries a natural confidence combined with warmth in his expressive eyes, making him instantly engaging both on camera and on set. Agile and attentive, he moves with fluidity and purpose that reflects his breed’s working heritage.

The Lithuanian Hound is a rare and historic breed, developed for hunting across Lithuania’s forests and open fields. Known for endurance, intelligence and cooperative nature, they were treasured companions for hunters. In European folklore and media they are often portrayed as loyal, courageous dogs with distinctive black and tan markings, lending them an unmistakable character on screen.

Gruto embodies the breed’s best qualities – alert yet obedient, independent yet cooperative, combining elegance with physical capability. His calm focus and responsiveness make him highly versatile for a variety of productions.

Gruto excels in scenes requiring attentiveness and composure. His ability to be placed in position and maintain eye contact makes him ideal for portraying devoted family pets in dramas or films. His strength and agility suit adventure or outdoor sequences where climbing or exploring props is required.

Calm under pressure, he works effortlessly with children and other animals, making him ideal for ensemble casts. His scent work skills make him compelling for detective, search and rescue or tracking narratives. Strong recall allows him to perform timed actions with precision in fast paced productions.

Gruto’s striking coat and confident stance make him perfect for lifestyle and commercial campaigns. He is suited to premium pet food, grooming products or outdoor adventure imagery where vitality and health need to be showcased.

Interactive skills such as playing with a flirt pole and fetching items allow him to demonstrate toys, training aids or active products naturally. Patient and social, he is also ideal for veterinary, wellness or educational campaigns. His photogenic colouring and expressive gaze make him a strong choice for editorial features and social media content, providing warmth and authenticity to every shot.